Monthly Archives: October 2006

I Heard it on The-Grapevine

The phrase “I heard it on the Grapevine,” has taken on new meaning for British businesses, thanks to West Lothian entrepreneur Jennie Hamilton. Her virtual business organisation The-Grapevine has really taken off and in just 8 months, found itself short … Continue reading

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Take Five!

Healthy eating, dieting and food fads – there are articles in nearly every newspaper and magazine. But often the messages are conflicting or misleading, and it can be hard to know what advice is nutritionally sound and accurate.

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Bob Burns Investigates – The Mallorcan Connection

Admirers of Peter Kerr’s Mallorcan semi-autobigraphical travel books will be intrigued by this latest offering. Cosy crime combined with the travel market, is how it’s billed. Kerr’s hero, Bob Burns (and the name should give you a clue as to … Continue reading

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The Morello Letters: Penpal to the Stars

Mr. Morello is described as a slightly confused, pear-shaped 45 year old Italian immigrant who has recently moved from Devon to London with his wife and three children. In attempting to make sense of the peculiar ways of the British, … Continue reading

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Lothian Walks – Lammer Law

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The Secret Life of Whisky

In his first three articles Steve talked about the differences between malt and grain whisky, how they can be combined and how their smell affects us. I would like to pick up the pen and first have a look at … Continue reading

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